Defense and Security Analyst

4 days ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States MSCCN Full time
Job Title: Defense and Security Researcher

We are seeking a highly skilled Defense and Security Researcher to join our team at RAND. As a researcher in this field, you will be responsible for analyzing security and military policies, providing strategic and tactical advice, and communicating the results of your analyses to decision-makers.

Responsibilities:
  • Formulate project ideas and work with potential project sponsors to gain support
  • Lead research and provide strategic and tactical advice and recommendations to senior leaders, including in the Department of Defense
  • Develop new project ideas and gain support from potential sponsors
  • Mentor and develop junior staff members
  • Lead and direct multi-disciplinary teams
  • Set project standards and monitor progress
  • Communicate interim and final results to the RAND community and to policy-making audiences
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. or Master's degree with 5+ years of relevant research experience in one of the social or physical sciences or other discipline closely related to the topics outlined in the Position Description above
  • Experience in one of the following areas is strongly preferred: gaming, security cooperation, force development
  • A security clearance may be required for some projects; U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
  • An active Secret or interim Secret clearance is preferred
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary range of $100,000 - $262,500
  • A strong benefits package, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off, and more
  • The opportunity to work with a diverse team of experts and contribute to meaningful research projects
Equal Opportunity Employer:

RAND is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to maintaining a collegial environment that respects the contributions and dignity of all staff, where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.



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